Health

Key takeaways Experts warn that recent CDC layoffs could leave the US unprepared for disease outbreaks. The entire CDC Washington office and key disease reporting team were cut overnight. Over 1,100 staff, including “disease detectives,” lost their jobs. Public health leaders call this a “massacre” that weakens outbreak response. ...

  Key Takeaways: The Trump administration is reviewing the safety of the MMR vaccine. Health officials suggest developing separate vaccines for measles, mumps, and rubella. This comes during the worst measles outbreak in the U.S. in decades. Experts worry that shaking public trust in the MMR vaccine could lead to...

  Key Takeaways: Strong scientific evidence shows COVID-19 vaccines are safe for pregnant women. Some CDC advisers misrepresented data from a Pfizer vaccine trial. Misinformation continues to cause confusion about vaccine safety. Health officials urge pregnant individuals to trust verified medical research. COVID-19 Vaccine Safety for Pregnant Women Safety during pregnancy is...

  Key Takeaways: Republican budget cuts to Medicaid and expiring ACA subsidies will double premiums for millions. Sanders warns 15 million people could lose Medicaid and ACA health coverage. Real-life stories show families fear losing life-saving treatments and basic needs. Lawmakers must join forces to protect health care and prevent...

Key Takeaways   Tiny plastic bits called microplastics now appear in human placentas. Fetuses may face toxins that can harm growth and hormones. Early studies in animals and humans link microplastics to health problems. Experts urge more research and stronger rules to cut risks   Microplastics Found in Human Placentas Alarm Scientists Scientists...

Key Takeaways Talkspace acquired Wisdo Health on October 6, 2025. The deal brings AI peer support to mental health care. Over 100 million user interactions shape personalized pathways. It improves access to help for loneliness and depression. Talkspace leads in AI-augmented behavioral health innovation. How AI Peer Support Redefines Online...

Key takeaways: AI in healthcare can speed up diagnosis and offer personalized care. Biased algorithms may lead to misdiagnosis or delayed treatment. Data privacy risks include breaches and unauthorized access. Experts stress ethical checks, strict rules, and teamwork to keep patients safe. Patients should ask questions, know their data...

Key Takeaways Researchers created a selective antibiotic that targets harmful gut bacteria in Crohn’s disease This drug keeps helpful microbes safe, unlike broad antibiotics AI accurately predicted how it works before lab testing Mouse trials show promise, but human studies are needed   What is the selective antibiotic? Inflammatory bowel disease, or...

Key Takeaways AI chatbots are easy and cheap tools for mental health support. They can offer quick comfort but sometimes give harmful advice. Using AI chatbots risks privacy breaches and data leaks. Experts say AI should be a helper, not a full therapy replacement. Combining AI chatbots with real...

Key takeaways • Hospital mergers cut competition and push prices higher. • After OB-GYN mergers, hospital bills rose 3.3%. • Physician fees jumped 15.1% in merged practices. • Stronger antitrust rules can help keep care affordable.   Introduction Hospital mergers happen when health systems buy smaller doctor practices. This trend picks up speed across the country....

  Key Takeaways Researchers now boost healthy tissues to fight cancer. Cellular competition helps healthy cells push out precancerous ones. Vaccines and AI tools add more protection. Early prevention may cut cancer rates dramatically. Funding, regulation, and access remain major challenges. What Is Cellular Competition? Cellular competition is a natural process where...

Key takeaways: Zelis Healthcare IPO confidential filing in the first quarter of 2026 The company seeks a seventeen billion dollar valuation Backed by a top private equity firm and led by major banks Strong growth and nearly one billion dollars in EBITDA boost its case Zelis Healthcare IPO Overview Zelis Healthcare...

Key Takeaways • AI and cloud data engineering help doctors spot disease early. • They let hospitals offer treatments tailored to each patient. • They speed up drug discovery and lab research. • They streamline hospital workflows for better care. • They tackle data security and fairness for all patients.   Imagine a world where doctors...

Key takeaways Insurers push for bigger discounts by threatening to drop top hospitals. Patients at big cancer centers face care delays and anxiety. The UnitedHealthcare and Memorial Sloan Kettering standoff shows this trend. Reform is needed to put patients before profits. Clear rules can protect vulnerable people in insurance...

Key Takeaways   A deadly listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat pasta killed four people and hospitalized nineteen. Cases appeared in fifteen states, sparking recalls by major retailers. Investigations revealed weak supply chain checks and gaps in food safety rules. Experts call for stronger testing, faster recalls, and tighter safety measures. ...

Key Takeaways President Trump and Pfizer struck a deal to cut drug prices for Medicaid patients by up to 50%. A new website, TrumpRx, will let Americans buy discounted medicines directly. Pfizer gets tariff exemptions and promises $70 billion in U.S. investments. This pact could push other drugmakers to...

Key Takeaways: Researchers at OHSU turned human skin cells into lab-made eggs. These eggs fertilized and grew into early embryos. This could help women, same-sex couples, and others facing infertility. The process still faces genetic challenges and ethical questions. Lab-Made Eggs Offer New Path to Parenthood Scientists at OHSU turned adult...

  Key Takeaways: A CDC vaccine panel just voted to change its advice on the MMRV vaccine. The new guidance would stop recommending MMRV for kids under 4 years old. This change is not official yet—it still needs full CDC approval. The shift comes due to increased risks of fever...

  Key Takeaways: Donald Trump claimed Tylenol use during pregnancy may be linked to autism. He urged pregnant women to avoid acetaminophen unless absolutely necessary. The political left reacted by defending autism rather than debating the health claim. The statement refueled debates on both medical safety and disability rights. Trump’s Tylenol-Autism...

  Key Takeaways: Mechnikov Hospital in Ukraine treated soldiers during the Crimean War. Today, it plays a key role in treating brain injuries from the Russia-Ukraine war. U.S. doctors are helping Ukrainian surgeons improve their skills. The hospital now uses modern techniques despite its age. It’s only 60 miles from...